Iowa 2025-2026 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HSB221

Introduced
2/20/25  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to matters under the purview of the economic development authority and the Iowa finance authority including the strategic infrastructure program, brownfield, grayfield, and redevelopment tax credits, community attraction and tourism, vision Iowa, sports tourism marketing, the historic preservation tax credit, homelessness, the title guaranty board, and arts and culture, and including applicability and retroactive applicability provisions.(See HF 975.)

Impact

The proposed legislation would lead to a major overhaul of existing law concerning economic development and cultural initiatives. By eliminating outdated programs such as the Iowa Cultural Trust and certified cultural and entertainment districts, the bill seeks to consolidate efforts under a more streamlined approach. This may simplify funding processes for local arts initiatives but also raises concerns about the potential loss of targeted support for diverse communities across Iowa.

Summary

HSB221 aims to amend various provisions relating to the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) and the Iowa Finance Authority (IFA), significantly restructuring how these entities manage funding and support programs. Notably, the bill proposes the creation of an arts and culture enhancement fund, repurposing previous funding mechanisms for cultural activities and community projects. This new fund will support municipal and nonprofit arts organizations, enhance cultural expression, and improve access to arts in underserved regions.

Contention

Despite its aim to improve efficiency, the bill has faced criticism regarding its sweeping changes. Opponents argue that the repeal of specific programs could undermine local cultural initiatives and diminish state support for various heritage projects. Additionally, the shift from a council system to a more centralized control over fund distribution by the IEDA could result in disparities where rural or less affluent areas may struggle to access necessary resources and support. The debate highlights tensions between a need for comprehensive state-level policies and the importance of localized control that nurtures community-specific initiatives.

Companion Bills

IA SF465

Replaced by A bill for an act relating to matters under the purview of the economic development authority and the Iowa finance authority including the strategic infrastructure program, brownfield, grayfield, and redevelopment tax credits, community attraction and tourism, vision Iowa, sports tourism marketing, the historic preservation tax credit, homelessness, the title guaranty board, and arts and culture, and including applicability and retroactive applicability provisions.(Formerly SSB 1106; See SF 622, SF 642.)

IA SSB1106

Related A bill for an act relating to matters under the purview of the economic development authority and the Iowa finance authority including the strategic infrastructure program, brownfield, grayfield, and redevelopment tax credits, community attraction and tourism, vision Iowa, sports tourism marketing, the historic preservation tax credit, homelessness, the title guaranty board, and arts and culture, and including applicability and retroactive applicability provisions.(See SF 465, SF 622, SF 642.)

IA HF975

Replaced by A bill for an act relating to matters under the purview of the economic development authority and the Iowa finance authority including the strategic infrastructure program, brownfield, grayfield, and redevelopment tax credits, community attraction and tourism, vision Iowa, sports tourism marketing, the historic preservation tax credit, homelessness, the title guaranty board, arts and culture, and the Iowa reinvestment Act and including applicability and retroactive applicability provisions. (Formerly HSB 221.) Effective date: 07/01/2025. Applicability date: 07/01/2020, 07/01/2025.

IA SF622

Replaced by A bill for an act relating to matters under the purview of the economic development authority and the Iowa finance authority including the strategic infrastructure program, brownfield, grayfield, and redevelopment tax credits, community attraction and tourism, vision Iowa, sports tourism marketing, the historic preservation tax credit, homelessness, the title guaranty board, arts and culture, and the Iowa reinvestment Act and including applicability and retroactive applicability provisions.(Formerly SF 465, SSB 1106; See SF 642.)

IA SF642

Replaced by A bill for an act relating to matters under the purview of the economic development authority and the Iowa finance authority including the strategic infrastructure program, brownfield, grayfield, and redevelopment tax credits, community attraction and tourism, vision Iowa, sports tourism marketing, the historic preservation tax credit, homelessness, the title guaranty board, arts and culture, and the Iowa reinvestment Act and including applicability and retroactive applicability provisions.(Formerly SF 622, SF 465, SSB 1106.)

Previously Filed As

IA SF465

A bill for an act relating to matters under the purview of the economic development authority and the Iowa finance authority including the strategic infrastructure program, brownfield, grayfield, and redevelopment tax credits, community attraction and tourism, vision Iowa, sports tourism marketing, the historic preservation tax credit, homelessness, the title guaranty board, and arts and culture, and including applicability and retroactive applicability provisions.(Formerly SSB 1106; See SF 622, SF 642.)

IA SSB1106

A bill for an act relating to matters under the purview of the economic development authority and the Iowa finance authority including the strategic infrastructure program, brownfield, grayfield, and redevelopment tax credits, community attraction and tourism, vision Iowa, sports tourism marketing, the historic preservation tax credit, homelessness, the title guaranty board, and arts and culture, and including applicability and retroactive applicability provisions.(See SF 465, SF 622, SF 642.)

IA SF622

A bill for an act relating to matters under the purview of the economic development authority and the Iowa finance authority including the strategic infrastructure program, brownfield, grayfield, and redevelopment tax credits, community attraction and tourism, vision Iowa, sports tourism marketing, the historic preservation tax credit, homelessness, the title guaranty board, arts and culture, and the Iowa reinvestment Act and including applicability and retroactive applicability provisions.(Formerly SF 465, SSB 1106; See SF 642.)

IA SF642

A bill for an act relating to matters under the purview of the economic development authority and the Iowa finance authority including the strategic infrastructure program, brownfield, grayfield, and redevelopment tax credits, community attraction and tourism, vision Iowa, sports tourism marketing, the historic preservation tax credit, homelessness, the title guaranty board, arts and culture, and the Iowa reinvestment Act and including applicability and retroactive applicability provisions.(Formerly SF 622, SF 465, SSB 1106.)

IA HF975

A bill for an act relating to matters under the purview of the economic development authority and the Iowa finance authority including the strategic infrastructure program, brownfield, grayfield, and redevelopment tax credits, community attraction and tourism, vision Iowa, sports tourism marketing, the historic preservation tax credit, homelessness, the title guaranty board, arts and culture, and the Iowa reinvestment Act and including applicability and retroactive applicability provisions. (Formerly HSB 221.) Effective date: 07/01/2025. Applicability date: 07/01/2020, 07/01/2025.

IA HSB305

A bill for an act relating to matters under the purview of the Iowa economic development authority, including tax credit limits, targeted jobs tax credits, and the major economic growth attraction program; creation of the business incentives for growth program, the seed investor tax credit program, the Iowa film production incentive program, the research and development tax credit program, and the sustainable aviation fuel production tax credit program; elimination of the high quality jobs program, the investments in qualifying businesses tax credit, employer child care tax credits, assistive device tax credits, endow Iowa tax credits, and research activities tax credits; and including effective date provisions and criminal penalties.(See HF 1054.)

IA SSB1205

A bill for an act relating to matters under the purview of the Iowa economic development authority, including tax credit limits, targeted jobs tax credits, and the major economic growth attraction program; creation of the business incentives for growth program, the seed investor tax credit program, the Iowa film production incentive program, the research and development tax credit program, and the sustainable aviation fuel production tax credit program; elimination of the high quality jobs program, the investments in qualifying businesses tax credit, employer child care tax credits, assistive device tax credits, endow Iowa tax credits, and research activities tax credits; and including effective date provisions and criminal penalties.(See SF 657.)

IA HF1054

A bill for an act relating to matters under the purview of the Iowa economic development authority and the department of workforce development, including tax credit limits, the major economic growth attraction program, layoffs and facility closures, the brownfield redevelopment fund, and the Iowa economic emergency fund; creation of the business incentives for growth program, the seed investor tax credit program, the Iowa film production incentive program, the research and development tax credit program, and the sustainable aviation fuel production tax credit program; elimination of the high quality jobs program, the investments in qualifying businesses tax credit, employer child care tax credits, assistive device tax credits, endow Iowa tax credits, and research activities tax credits; and including effective date provisions and criminal penalties.(Formerly HSB 305.)

IA SF621

A bill for an act relating to economic development by establishing the Iowa major events and tourism program and fund, modifying the sports tourism and marketing infrastructure program, and making appropriations.(See SF 640.)

IA SF640

A bill for an act relating to economic development by establishing the Iowa major events and tourism program and fund, modifying the sports tourism and marketing infrastructure program, and making appropriations.(Formerly SF 621.)

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